They Cloned Tyrone (2023)
Film · Comedy, Science Fiction, Mystery
Stream itif you enjoy sharp social satire wrapped in a stylized, mind-bending science fiction mystery.
A sharp, genre-bending conspiracy mystery that mixes 70s blaxploitation style with a surreal, sci-fi hook. It is intellectually rewarding and visually distinct, though its dense plotting and cynical tone make it more of a cult curiosity than a broad crowd-pleaser.
What it is about
A series of eerie events thrusts an unlikely trio onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy lurking directly beneath their neighborhood.
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What They Cloned Tyrone is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this film is a hazy, tactile experience that feels like discovering a lost VHS tape from the seventies. It moves with a deliberate, rhythmic pace, blending grainy cinematography with a thick atmosphere of urban paranoia. While it functions as a mystery, the tone is consistently funny and absurdist, relying on sharp dialogue and the vibrant chemistry between its three distinct leads to balance the deepening sense of dread.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is a must-watch for fans of high-concept genre mashups and those who appreciate visual texture. It successfully revitalises blaxploitation tropes with a modern, cynical edge. However, those looking for a fast-paced action romp or a straightforward sci-fi explanation may find the dense plotting and surreal logic frustrating. The film prioritises mood and thematic depth over narrative clarity, which may alienate viewers who prefer traditional blockbuster storytelling.
The right evening for it
It suits a late-night viewing when you are in the mood for something visually striking and intellectually stimulating. It is perfect for a solo watch or a small group of friends who enjoy dissecting conspiracies.
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How They Cloned Tyrone leaves you
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It leaves you feeling deeply unsettled yet amused, fostering a lingering sense of suspicion regarding the mundane world and the systems operating just out of sight.
How They Cloned Tyrone ends
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Fontaine successfully infiltrates the secret facility by faking his death, allowing Slick Charles and Isaac to lead a crowd of residents in an assault on the lab. Inside, Fontaine confronts his original self, who reveals that he initiated the cloning and mind-control programme to force black people to assimilate into white people, believing this would prevent further racially motivated murders. Fontaine uses Nixon's trigger word to command the clone Chester to shoot the original Fontaine, while Slick kills Nixon to save Yo-Yo. The facility's entrance at the church opens, releasing the clones and exposing the operation to the public.
Following these events, Yo-Yo retires and the trio sets off for Memphis to continue their mission. The film ends in Los Angeles, where a man named Tyrone is revealed to be another clone living an identical life to Fontaine. Tyrone and his friends watch the news in disbelief as one of Fontaine's clones appears on the screen, indicating the experiments are not confined to the Glen.
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Featurette · Juel Taylor and Franco-Giacomo Carbone on THEY CLONED TYRONE
Behind the Scenes · First Film: How Juel Taylor Made They Cloned Tyrone
They Cloned Tyrone soundtrack
Music by Pierre Charles
They Cloned Tyrone (Score from the Netflix Film)
Desmond Murray & Pierre Charles · 2023 · 30 tracks
Listen on Apple Music- 1We See U (feat. FAT RON & EAT) · Desmond Murray
- 2The Truman Show · Desmond Murray
- 3A Pimp, A Ho, And a Drug Dealer · Desmond Murray
- 4The Truman Show II · Desmond Murray
- 5Tail of Patagonia · Desmond Murray
- 6Fresh Air Might Be Good / Down the Rabbit Hole · Desmond Murray
- 7Technical Foul · Desmond Murray
- 8Alive from the Underground · Desmond Murray
- 9Nuevo Nancy Drew · Desmond Murray & Terrace Martin
- 10Playa Playa · Tommy Parker
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Questions people ask
- Is They Cloned Tyrone a mind-bending film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Mind-Bending, with a funny streak. A sharp, genre-bending conspiracy mystery that mixes 70s blaxploitation style with a surreal, sci-fi hook. It is intellectually rewarding and visually distinct, though its dense plotting and cynical tone make it more of a cult curiosity than a broad crowd-pleaser.
- How long is They Cloned Tyrone?
- They Cloned Tyrone runs 122 min and was released in 2023.
- Where can I watch They Cloned Tyrone in the UK?
- In the UK, They Cloned Tyrone is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Who composed the music for They Cloned Tyrone?
- The music for They Cloned Tyrone is by Pierre Charles. The soundtrack album, They Cloned Tyrone (Score from the Netflix Film), has 30 tracks.
- What songs are on the They Cloned Tyrone soundtrack?
- They Cloned Tyrone (Score from the Netflix Film) has 30 tracks, including “We See U (feat. FAT RON & EAT)” by Desmond Murray, “The Truman Show” by Desmond Murray, “A Pimp, A Ho, And a Drug Dealer” by Desmond Murray, “The Truman Show II” by Desmond Murray and “Tail of Patagonia” by Desmond Murray, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is They Cloned Tyrone worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy sharp social satire wrapped in a stylized, mind-bending science fiction mystery. IMDb users rate it 6.6 out of 10 from 45,979 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 95%, Metacritic 74 and TMDB users 6.6.
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